Géo O'Connor’s The Girl From Over There is the epic tale of Yvette, an attractive young immigrant amassing a fortune in a strange land. In search of financial success in order to secure her independence, she becomes a strong woman prevailing in the cutthroat real estate industry of fast developing Los Angeles in the 7O’s and 8O’s. But she falls in love with Russ, a man who values his freedom as much as she does hers. Although the lovers feel happy together, Russ leaves for France, a country he has learned to love.
Will Yvette follow him? Or stay and nurture the rapidly growing business which is the key to her long-desired freedom?
From the hippies of downtown LA to the super-expensive homes in Beverly Hills, from the counter-culture movement of the ‘70s to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, O'Connor’s The Girl From Over There gives you a fascinating glimpse of a world dizzying in its variety and attractions. And this is just the background of the story! At the center, of course, is Yvette, a modern-day heroine who, struggling against the odds, gets her American dream. Setting her sights on the competitive real estate industry, she has to contend with Trump-like characters and manipulative builders –- but manages to outwit them. But will attaining her dream of financial independence be at the cost of losing a once in a lifetime chance at true love? Get a copy of the book to find out!
